Ceramic coating

Salt air, UV rays, and humidity break down paint faster near the coast. A ceramic coating adds a protective layer that helps your paint resist all three.

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Before & after

Here's what the fix looks like

Every one of these is a real job we did somewhere around Summerville or Charleston.

Close-up of car tire and scratched grey car fender with black scuff marks and paint damage.

Before

Close-up of a fixed area on a vehicle's light gray fender above the tire.

After

Deep scratches

2 hours

250$

Car hood covered with water spots and light reflections of sky and clouds.

Before

Glossy black car hood with a Raptor badge and reflections of trees and a lamp post.

After

Water spots

2,5 hours

300$

Close-up of white vehicle's front left fender with black scratches near the headlight and tire.

Before

Close-up of a white vehicle's front tire, black fender, orange side marker, and headlight.

After

Light scratches

1,5 hours

150$

Close-up of a black car's fender with visible scratches and scuff marks above the tire.

Before

Close-up of the front left wheel and fender of a black vehicle on a gravel surface, showing tire tread and part of the headlight and indicator light.

After

Paint transfer

2 hours

270$

Reflection of a person wearing a blue visor and black shirt, crouching and holding a phone, seen on a glossy surface with a long scratch across it, with a beige house door and siding in the background.

Before

Reflection of a man taking a photo with a smartphone, kneeling next to a black toolbox with red latches on a gravel surface in front of a white house with a door and window.

After

Deep scratch

1 hour

140$

Close-up of the driver's side of a black car with visible scratches and scuff marks on the door near the handle and lower panel, parked on a gravel surface with grass and trees in the background.

Before

Close-up of the side of a black car with a large dent on the rear door panel, parked on a driveway in front of a garage, with reflections of nearby house siding on the car surface.

After

Light scratches

1,5 hours

150$

Ceramic coating

What you need to know

A clear picture of what you're dealing with makes the next step a lot easier.

Don't let it sit

Fill out the form with a few quick details and a couple of photos and we'll send back a real price, usually the same day.

Why ceramic coating matters near the coast

  • Salt air accelerates oxidation. Coastal air carries salt that speeds up paint breakdown compared to inland areas.
  • UV rays fade and dull paint over time. A coating adds a layer of resistance against sun damage.
  • Humidity holds onto contaminants. Pollen, moisture, and airborne debris stick to unprotected paint more easily.
  • It makes maintenance easier. Coated paint sheds water and dirt, so washing takes less time and effort.

What a ceramic coating actually does

  • Adds a hard, protective layer. The coating bonds to the clear coat and creates a barrier against contaminants.
  • Improves water beading and runoff. Water sheets off instead of sitting on the surface, reducing water spot risk.
  • Enhances gloss and depth. Most owners notice a visibly deeper shine right after application.
  • Reduces how often waxing is needed. A quality coating can outlast traditional wax by a significant margin.

Simple process

How we fix it

Once you know what you're dealing with, here's what happens next.

//01

Washing and decontaminating

The paint is fully washed and clayed to remove any embedded contaminants.

//02

Correcting the paint

Any swirl marks, light scratches, or haze are polished out first, since the coating locks in whatever condition the paint is in.

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Applying the coating

The ceramic coating is applied by hand in sections and given time to bond to the surface.

//04

Curing

The coating is left to cure undisturbed for the recommended time before the car is exposed to rain or washing.

One honest note

A ceramic coating protects your paint. It doesn't fix existing damage like deep scratches or chips, and it won't make paint scratch-proof. We'll always recommend addressing any existing damage before coating, so you're not sealing a problem underneath.

FAQ

Questions we get a lot

Chances are, someone's already asked what's on your mind. Here's what we tell them.

Does ceramic coating make paint scratch-proof?

How long does a ceramic coating last?

Do I need to prep my paint before coating?

Can ceramic coating be applied over existing damage?

How soon can I wash my car after coating?

Get started

Get your free quote

Fill out the form with a few quick details and a couple of photos and we'll send back a real price, usually the same day.

A man wearing sunglasses, a blue visor, black t-shirt, and gray shorts kneels on a driveway holding a vehicle buffer polisher while smiling at the camera, with a white SUV and toolboxes containing car care products nearby.